NEW Manchester United signing Casemiro has revealed he’s the “happiest man alive after joining England’s biggest team”- who he vowed to win trophies with.
Casemiro completed a blockbuster £70million move from Real Madrid to Old Trafford this week.
He arrived at the club in time to witness them crush rivals Liverpool 2-1 from the sidelines.
And the midfielder’s set to get thrown into action when the Red Devils take on Southampton this weekend.
But he took a moment out from getting to grips with life in Manchester to discuss his move with the club’s media.
And the 30-year-old couldn’t contain his excitement about joining the team who’ve made him feel like a teenager once again.
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When asked how he’s feeling since swapping Real for United, Casemiro buzzed: “Well, firstly, many thanks. There’s no doubt I’m really excited.
“I’ve been very warmly welcomed. I’ve already felt that special affection from everyone towards me and of course that’s really important. I felt that great affection from the moment I arrived and I think it’s a new challenge.
“I’m absolutely delighted. I feel like I’m 20 or 18 years of age, I’m raring to go, I’m excited to be amongst my teammates, playing in the stadium and I think that it’s just huge excitement and I’m absolutely delighted.”
He’s been blown away by the affection he’s been shown by those at the club – and is eager to hit the ground running at the Theatre Of Dreams.
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Casemiro added: “Well, as you’ve said, the love of those around me… It was amazing when I arrived.
“People were really friendly with me, showing me lots of affection and that’s what you like to feel as a person.
“So, I’m really happy, really excited and I feel it’s a great challenge and a new challenge for me, so I want to work hard to make it happen.”
Casemiro became United’s second midfield addition following Christian Eriksen’s arrival this summer, and he’s revealed it was a no-brainer to make the switch when the country’s “biggest team” came knocking.
The Red Devils have been in steady decline over the past decade but have still won the Prem more than any other team – with 13 titles in their cabinet.
And Casemiro claims this proves they’re still England’s top dogs.
He mused: “Well, it’s the biggest club in England. It’s the club with the most amount of titles. So, I’m really happy and just can’t wait to get going.”
The midfield engine will link up with ex-Real team-mates Raphael Varane and Cristiano Ronaldo at Old Trafford this season, and he can’t wait to reunite with his old pals.
He revealed that Varane’s already given him the lay of the land, although he’s yet to chat with Ronaldo – who he evidently still reveres despite their lack of contact thus far.
Casemiro explained when quizzed about the pair: “Well, they are two players that I’ve had the pleasure of playing alongside.
“We could spend all day talking about Cristiano. He’s one of the best players in the history of football. Looking back at his time at Real Madrid.
“I think we spent seven years together, so it’s an honour to play once again with these players but not just these guys, I’m looking forward to meeting my new teammates, to helping them and them helping me, too.
“Well, it’s the biggest club in England. It’s the club with the most amount of titles. ”
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“I’m incredibly excited to be here at Manchester United.”
“I’ve spoken to Rafa. He tells me he’s happy. His family is very happy here in Manchester and I feel Manchester United have a great centre-back in him and, as we know, Cristiano is up there as one of the best players in the history of football and I think he’ll keep achieving things.”
But Casemiro hasn’t come to United just to rekindle the camaraderie with his old friends.
He’s determined to make his mark at the club and bring back the glory days to the club, and that includes winning trophies.
Casemiro rounded up by saying to the fans: “Well, I’m excited to be here, extremely happy.
“I appreciate the affection that people have shown me, from day one, the people in the airport, everyone.
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“I’m delighted and I’m sure that I’ll give everything, not just in games but in training as well and you can count on me as another Manchester United player and I want to win matches and titles like all of the players.
“I’m really looking forward to it and now it’s about working hard and showing everyone what I can do as a footballer.”
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